| What to file | Annual report |
|---|---|
| State fee | Annual report: $15 (every year) source ↗ |
| Due | Annual report due by June 30 each year. |
| First deadline after forming | Annual report due by June 30 each year. Your exact first due date is on your LLC's state record; check with the state. |
| Late fee | No fixed late fee listedNone. Reinstatement penalty after dissolution is $100.Grace: None. |
| If you don't file | Domestic entities that miss June 30 are administratively dissolved. |
Government fees only. Report fees, taxes and late fees shown here are paid to the state, not platform or service fees.
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How to file
File online on sos.ky.gov: look up your LLC, confirm or update its details (addresses, registered agent, managers or members) and pay the fee. It usually takes a few minutes, and you don't need a service.
File with Kentucky ↗Official site: sos.ky.gov. No service needed.
BOI report: not needed for US-formed LLCs. Under FinCEN's final rule, effective August 14, 2026 (making the March 2025 interim rule permanent), companies formed in the US don't file beneficial ownership (BOI) reports. Only companies formed abroad and registered to do business in a US state report, generally within 30 days of their registration taking effect. Filing with FinCEN is free; ignore letters asking you to pay to file one. FinCEN ↗
Kentucky LLC cost and yearly fees → What to do after you form All states
Kentucky annual report FAQ
Does a Kentucky LLC have to file an annual report?
Yes: an annual report, $15, due Jun 30.
When is the Kentucky LLC annual report due?
Annual report due by June 30 each year. First one: annual report due by June 30 each year. Your exact first due date is on your LLC's state record; check with the state.
How much does the Kentucky annual report cost?
Annual report: $15 (every year).
What happens if I file the Kentucky annual report late?
Late fee: No fixed late fee listed. None. Reinstatement penalty after dissolution is $100. Domestic entities that miss June 30 are administratively dissolved.
Does my Kentucky LLC need to file a BOI report?
No, if it was formed in the US. Under FinCEN’s final rule, effective August 14, 2026, US-formed companies are exempt. Only companies formed abroad and registered to do business in a US state report, generally within 30 days of registering.
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